Kenwood DRV-A601W Instruction Manual Download

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Before Use .................................................................................................................

Dashboard Camera Function Guide .........................................................................

Precautions for Use ...................................................................................................

Accessories .................................................................................................................

Key Features ..............................................................................................................

Parts Name and Functions ........................................................................................

Installation and Connection ......................................................................................

Initial Settings ............................................................................................................

Basic Operation ..........................................................................................................

Settings ......................................................................................................................

Connection with Computer ......................................................................................

Using the Desktop Software .....................................................................................

Using the Smartphone App ......................................................................................

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................

Appendix ....................................................................................................................

Specifications .............................................................................................................

Contents

Summary of Contents for DRV-A601W

Page 1: ...ormation the latest Instruction Manual etc is available from https www kenwood com cs ce For your records Record the serial number found on the back of the unit in the spaces designated on the warranty card and in the space provided below Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you can upon your KENWOOD dealer for information or service on the product Model DRV A601W Serial Number__________...

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Page 3: ...y Features Parts Name and Functions Installation and Connection Initial Settings Basic Operation Settings Connection with Computer Using the Desktop Software Using the Smartphone App Troubleshooting Appendix Specifications 01 01 02 09 09 10 13 19 21 31 33 34 44 52 54 57 Contents ...

Page 4: ...e here are a few tips from the designers Reduce the amount of sky in the picture By adjusting the device towards the road the automatic exposure compensation will be focused on the road and not the light from the sky Position the device in the center of the dash If you place the device behind the rearview mirror you will avoid all distractions from the road Remove any objects that will obstruct yo...

Page 5: ...densation inside the unit which could damage your device In the event of moisture condensation allow the device to dry out completely before use The screen surface can easily be scratched Avoid touching it with sharp objects Nonadhesive generic screen protectors designed specifically for use on portable devices with LCD panels may be used to help protect the screen from minor scratches Never clean...

Page 6: ...ting surface If the device is re affixed or mounted using for example general purpose double sided tape the adhesion strength may weaken and cause the device to fall After mounting the device leave it for 24 hours before use to enable the mounting strength of the adhesive mount to improve Failing to do so may result in the adhesion of the adhesive mount becoming weak and the device falling Fix the...

Page 7: ...AN Rappresentante UE JVCKENWOOD Europe B V Amsterdamseweg 37 1422 AC UITHOORN PAESI BASSI Declaración de conformidad con respecto a la Directiva RE 2014 53 UE Declaración de conformidad con respecto a la Directiva RoHS 2011 65 UE Fabricante JVCKENWOOD Corporation 3 12 Moriyacho Kanagawa ku Yokohama shi Kanagawa 221 0022 JAPAN Representante en la UE JVCKENWOOD Europe B V Amsterdamseweg 37 1422 AC U...

Page 8: ...ernet Español Por la presente JVCKENWOOD declara que el equipo de radio DRV A601W cumple la Directiva 2014 53 EU El texto completo de la declaración de conformidad con la UE está disponible en la siguiente dirección de internet Português Deste modo a JVCKENWOOD declara que o equipamento de radio DRV A601W está em conformidade com a Diretiva 2014 53 UE O texto integral da declaração de conformidade...

Page 9: ...lasuje že rádiové zariadenie DRV A601W vyhovuje smernici 2014 53 EÚ Celý text EÚ vyhlásenia o zhode nájdete na nasledovnej internetovej adrese Dansk Herved erklærer JVCKENWOOD at radioudstyret DRV A601W er i overensstemmelse med Direktiv 2014 53 EU EUoverensstemmelseserklæringens fulde ordlyd er tilgængelig på følgende internetadresse Norsk JVCKENWOOD erklærer herved at radioutstyret DRV A601W er ...

Page 10: ... FCC WARNING This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made FCC NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the li...

Page 11: ...loppement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 L appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage 2 L appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement ATTENTION Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d exposition aux rayonneme...

Page 12: ...n around the screen you are able to save an individual file Automatic Start Stop Tech The dashboard camera comes with built in sensors that automatically turn the device on and off with the vehicle Built In Microphone Speaker A built in microphone and speaker come standard The feature also works with the device s playback feature GPS Data Dashboard camera is able to record your location and speed ...

Page 13: ... Button File Protect Simply press the button to protect the current video file from overwriting Note If the button is pressed within the first third of a video clip the previous clip will also be protected If the button is pressed within the final third of a video clip the next clip will also be protected if recording continues Wireless Link Press and hold for three seconds to turn on the Wireless...

Page 14: ...and playback modes Screen Shot While you are recording in video mode press the button and you will be able to take a screenshot of the current frame Screen The device is equipped with a standard 3 LCD color screen to let you view Status LED Indicator Red Power On Red Flashing Recording Blue Charging Connector Port Attach the magnetic connector to the connector port Speaker System sound and recorde...

Page 15: ...ke a small coin by the edge and push on the outside end of the card until the sound is made Remember DO NOT REMOVE OR INSERT THE MEMORY CARD WHILE THE DEVICE IS TURNED ON The device will power off automatically when you insert or remove the SD card microSD Card Slot Insert your microSD card here Push your memory card into the slot until you hear a click microSD card is inserted into microSD Card S...

Page 16: ...e replaced after you remove the front pillar cover For how to remove the front pillar cover the availability of replacement parts and other information contact the vehicle dealer Fix the power cord in place with commercially available soft tape or the like so that it does not interfere with driving Installation and Connection CAM IN The device can be connected with the rear camera KCA R200 optiona...

Page 17: ... turn it clockwise to make sure the rotation is smooth along the threaded metal area 1 2 Adjusting Circular Polarizer Filter Rotate the polarizer filter outer metal ring clockwise and align arrow mark on the polarizer lens with the arrow mark on the device Note The arrow mark is the recommended position users can adjust the polarizer angle accordingly ...

Page 18: ...c Locking ring d Power socket e Magnetic Connector Suction Mount Adhesive Mount 2 2 1 2 2 There are two types of mounts included in the package One is a suction cup and the other is an adhesive type The suction mount makes it easier to attach and detach from the windshield while the adhesive mount provides more solid support for the camera The magnetic connector is already installed on the suction...

Page 19: ... down on it Hold the suction mount in place and press against the window While holding it in place pull the b locking lever back to lock the mount Loosen the c locking ring on the suction mount and pull the e magnetic connector out Next loosen the c locking ring from the adhesive mount and plug the e magnetic connector into the adhesive mount Clean the installation area on the windshield and peel ...

Page 20: ...hat is in the package to your vehicle s 12 V outlet The provided cable clips can help you keep the power cable neat Plug the cigar lighter adapter cable into the d power socket of the mount or the device This will allow the device to begin charging 4 5 Caution Before performing the connection work first check that the engine key is removed and then be sure to disconnect the negative terminal of th...

Page 21: ...M IN connector of rear camera Note Device will automatically turn on and start recording once power has been made available from the 12 V outlet 2 Select installation position Start the engine to power up the rear cam then turn on Wireless Link mode to connect with mobile device Using the App to view the image and adjust the installation position 18 ...

Page 22: ...setup guide below Select the Language Select Time Zone United States EST United States CST United States MST United States PST Press OK to continue Set Time and Date 11 17 01 02 13 2019 MM DD YYYY Press OK to continue Language Language English Deutsche Français Nederlands Press OK to continue En De Fr Nl Select Country United States Canada Russia Spain Press OK to continue ...

Page 23: ...re is no 12 V outlet or cigar lighter socket for your vehicle use the included USB power cord DO NOT wire the device directly to the car cigar lighter socket or any 12 V outlet Doing so will result in permanent damage to the device The device has a hardwire kit CA DR1030 optional accessory that will directly connect to your vehicle s fuse box This will allow you to have your 12 V outlet available ...

Page 24: ...cate the length of the current recording Parking Mode Sensor Indicates the parking mode sensor is on File Protection Indicates the current video clip is protected Date Displays current date Time Displays current time Microphone When the audio recording function is off there will be a red line across the icon Power Status Indicates if the device is charging or not Rear Camera Screen It s will displ...

Page 25: ...1440P 30fps Dual 4K 30fps default 1440P 30fps Video Length Set the length for each individual video clip The video recorded by the device will be split and stored as individual video clips The loop recording function will automatically overwrite the oldest and non protected video clip when the memory card is full OPTIONS 1 Minute default 3 Minutes Exposure Adjust exposure levels settings OPTIONS 2...

Page 26: ...conds 2 Minutes Note When Parking Mode is activated after 2 minutes of recording LCD Display will automatically turn off Parking mode LCD display time setting N A KENWOOD Stamp Turn the KENWOOD logo stamp ON or OFF on the recorded files OPTIONS On default Off Time Date Stamp Turn ON or OFF the date stamp mark on the recorded files OPTIONS On default Off Information Stamp Turn the Information stamp...

Page 27: ...s in PHOTO MODE Some icons show up only when corresponding functions are activated 1 2 3 4 5 Mode Indicates when the device is in photo mode Exposure Indicates the current exposure level settings Date Displays current date Time Displays current time Charging Indicator Indicates if the device is charging or not Photo Mode Basic Operation 11 17 01 02 13 2019 1 2 5 4 3 ...

Page 28: ...NU button twice to return to PHOTO MODE Exposure Adjust exposure levels settings OPTIONS 2 1 0 default 1 2 Time Date Stamp Turn ON or OFF the date stamp mark on the photos OPTIONS On default Off NOTE When you are in the SETUP System MENU you will be able to restore all the settings to the device s default settings Photo Menu Basic Operation Exposure Time Date Stamp OK Enter MENU Back ...

Page 29: ...OWN buttons to select the video file and press the OK button to play Use the Protect button to protect unprotect the video file the file will be moved to Protect Video folder immediately Video file name The format of the video file name is yyyymmdd_hhmmss_F _R For example 20190111_111701_F _R mean this file was taken at January 11 2019 11 17 01 by front camera rear camera DIRECTORIES VIDEO FILES P...

Page 30: ... in VIDEO MENU Mode Indicates when the device is in PLAYBACK MODE File Type Indicates the file type is protected Playback Progress Displays the current playback time Date Time Indicates the date and time of the recorded file Playback Controls Use the device buttons as instructed below 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 00 59 02 13 2019 11 17 01 02 13 2019 11 17 01 X 3 80 Y 1 02 Y 1 65 30MPH N5 41 33 15 W62 4...

Page 31: ... OK button to play Use the Protect button to protect unprotect the photo file PHOTO FILES Charging Indicator Indicates if the device is charging or not Protected File Indicates the selected file is protected 6 7 02 13 2019 11 17 01 4 1 2 5 3 Play Back Menu 02 13 2019 11 17 01 OK Play MODE Back MENU Menu OK Play MENU Menu MODE Back 80 80 20190213_111701_F 20190213_111801_F 20190213_111901_F 2019021...

Page 32: ...ctions to delete All files TIP PROTECTED FILES CANNOT BE DELETED You will have the following options DELETING FILES Mode Indicates when the device is in PLAYBACK MODE File Type Indicates the file type is photo Date Time Indicates the date and time of the recorded file Playback Controls Use the device buttons as instructed below 1 2 3 4 Charging Indicator Indicates if the device is charging or not ...

Page 33: ...o unprotect the current file To Protect All Files select the option then follow the on screen instructions to Protect All files in the current folder Select Unprotect All Files follow the on screen instructions to Unprotect All files in the current folder PROTECTING UNPROTECTING FILES Highlight the PROTECT UNPROTECT option and press the OK button You will have the following options Protect Unprote...

Page 34: ...the camera is recording Wireless Link The Wireless Link function allows you to use your smartphone to connect with the device OPTIONS On Off default Format SD Card Format the memory card Formatting will remove ALL the files in the card OPTIONS Yes No Device Sounds Adjust the button beep sound voice recording and Announcements OPTIONS Beep On default Off Audio Rec On default Off Announcements On Of...

Page 35: ...e memory card information Satellite Signal The count of how many satellite signals the device is receiving NOTE Make sure the Dash Cam is not recording Press and Hold the File Protect button and the Menu button for 3 seconds on the device to enter the System Info 03 22 43 11 17 01 02 13 2019 System Info Model Firmware Check updates FCC ID IC DRV A601W V3 3_AIZGAA_D www kenwood com cs ce IOMDRVA601...

Page 36: ...r computer will have a pop up of a new drive for you to browse all the video and photo files Note The device is a Read Only device If you want to copy delete edit the files remove the SD card and use another card reader to connect your computer Remember to always turn off the device before disconnecting it from your computer DASH CAM When you choose this option the device will turn on and work nor...

Page 37: ...the U S and other countries Install the software in a computer environment in which you have administrator s rights 1 Download the installer from https www kenwood com cs ce 2 Install according to the on screen instructions Playback File JVC VIDEO PLAYER Edit Setup Share Help 01 00 00 27 INFORMATION N 25 1 56 Latitude Compass W 263 1 2018 08 14 19 33 03 Time Longitude W 121 33 32 Max Speed 135mph ...

Page 38: ... Chart of G sensor data Display the G data of the vehicle in the video when it was recorded Video shot on Display date and time of the video when it was recorded Latitude Display the latitude of the video where it was recorded Function available on the device with built in GPS Longitude Display the longitude of the video where it was recorded Function available on the device with built in GPS Driv...

Page 39: ...Check to remove the GPS and G sensor file of the exported video Image export Select the target storage location of the image file and its name Default location installation root directory Edit video 1 2 3 File JVC VIDEO PLAYER Edit Setup Share Help Edit Mode OK Cancel 01 00 00 27 Cut Time 00 07 00 37 N 25 1 56 Latitude Compass W 263 1 2018 08 14 19 33 03 Time Longitude W 121 33 32 Max Speed 135mph...

Page 40: ...red colors ink and synced with item 2 The export is finished once the frame is fully inked in layered colors 1 2 3 OK Click to go back to the play mode page Open folder Click to open folders with image files saved in there 1 2 Retry Click to export the image file again with the previous settings Cancel Click to abort image file export and go back to the video edit page 1 2 Yes Click to go back to ...

Page 41: ...hared To share the non current video Click and open the file selection window Next step Click to go to the next step Click Share Share Videos in the software system bar at the top of the window or the community sharing icon in the interface to display the sharing window 1 2 3 00 27 INFORMATION KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 42: ...lic Private and Unlisted when you upload the video Upload title The title item will define the name of the video when you upload the video you can select the Auto DD MM YYYY default Dash Cam KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER or define the title by yourselves Last step Click to go back to the last step Next step Click to go to the next step 1 2 3 4 5 01 00 00 27 Public Private Unlisted 4 5 KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 43: ...failure This page displays if an upload failed or there is a server connection timeout Last step Click to go back to the last step 1 2 00 27 File JVC VIDEO PLAYER Edit Setup Share Help INFORMATION KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 44: ...n is being initiated Your default browser will display and connect to the selected community platform You are required to bundle your account ID with the platform for connection the first time only no longer needed once bundled Cancel Click to go back to the last step 1 2 00 27 INFORMATION KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 45: ...ogress is presented by a frame being filled with layered colors ink and synced with item 1 The file is uploaded successfully once the frame is fully inked in layered colors Upload progress The former number is the MB uploaded and the latter is the total for the upload Cancel Click to go back to the last step 1 2 3 4 KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 46: ...43 Confirm Click to go back to play mode information 1 KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 47: ...rademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U S and other countries Make sure the Dash Cam is not recording Press and Hold the Wireless Link button on the device to enter the pairing mode Download and install the app from App Store iOS Google Play Android on your mobile device Installing the Smartphone App Using the Smartphone App 03 22 43 11 17 01 02 13 2019 SSID KENWOOD DRVA601W XXXX Passwo...

Page 48: ...into the main screen of app Main Screen 1 2 3 4 5 Dashboard Camera Live View Live view of the dashboard camera Press to move to live view screen Files On Dash Cam The video and photo files which are saved in the SD card Dash Cam Menu Press this icon to open the dashboard camera s menu settings Files On Mobile The video and photo files which are downloaded into the smartphone About Displays the das...

Page 49: ...hite dot to take photos 1 2 3 4 6 5 Back Button Back to main screen Dashboard Camera Image Preview Displays the streaming of the dashboard camera Video Mode Press it to switch to video mode Photo Mode Press it to switch to photo mode Status Bar Video mode Recording duration Photo mode Remaining shot count Shutter Video mode Start stop recording Photo mode Take a picture 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 50: ...m the dashboard camera Edit Mode Press the button to edit mode Protect Unprotect Protect Unprotect the selected file on the dashboard camera Delete Delete the selected file on the dashboard camera Download Download the selected file to the smartphone 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 7 6 Click Files on Dash Cam to enter the Video Playback mode to review protect unprotect and delete the files saved i...

Page 51: ...PS data 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Google Maps Press the button to turn on the map Note This feature only works when the video had GPS data Protect Unprotect Protect Unprotect the selected file on the smartphone Delete Delete the selected file on the smartphone Share Video Image Share the selected file to the other social media apps installed in your smartphone Cut Video Cut video to adjust the video length No...

Page 52: ... the Video 1 Files on Mobile Device 4 Press the Edit button and then press the Cut button 5 Select the area of video 6 Press the Check button to output the video 2 Press the Edit Mode button 3 Select the video 02 05 ...

Page 53: ...Share the Video 1 Files on Mobile 4 Press the Share button and press the Check button 5 Select the social media apps installed in your smartphone 2 Press the Edit Mode button 3 Select the video Android IOS 02 05 ...

Page 54: ...k Menu to enter the Video Photo General menu and adjust settings Switch between these three menu by clicking the icons at the bottom About Click About icon to view the software version and the app s information 4K ...

Page 55: ...mends for best quality is the UHS type 3 SD Card If your computer does not recognize the video files try another computer to view the recorded video Copy the video file on to the computer and allow for the computer video player rather than the device Playback feature Be sure to hold the device still while you take your photo Reminder The photo is not taken unless you have heard the shutter click A...

Page 56: ...screen saver function turns off the screen after a period of inactivity If you want to turn off this function go to SETUP menu Screen Saver and turn it off The message Please Format SD Card appears on my screen The device requires formatting the SD card if the card is used on the device for the first time Please format the SD card in the SETUP menu The device does not charge Be sure the power cord...

Page 57: ...ng so could damage the screen Do not let direct sunlight shine on the screen Leaving the screen with direct sunlight shining on it for long periods of time will increase the temperature and could damage the screen Extremely high or low temperatures could cause the display to operate slowly or darken or result in residual images This is due to the properties of liquid crystal displays and is not a ...

Page 58: ...o static electricity Be sure to back up copy the required files in the SD card to a computer or other device The saved data may be lost due to the usage conditions of the SD card Please note that JVCKENWOOD cannot compensate for any damages arising from the loss of saved files On Wireless Link Security The Wireless Link communicating with radio wave there is a benefit that you are able to access L...

Page 59: ...nd does not completely delete the data in a SD card We recommend either physically destroying the actual SD card or using commercially available PC data deletion software or the like to completely delete the data in the SD card before disposal or transfer of ownership Manage the data in SD cards at your own responsibility 56 About Open Source Software included in the Desktop Software The KENWOOD V...

Page 60: ...rd Reader Current Consumption 650mA Input 12 24V DC Output 5V DC Fuse Type 32mm 2A 5V 2A 12 24V DC 8 48M Pixels 8G 130 F1 8 640 W X 360 H pixels x RGB 16 9 microSDXC SDHC up to 256GB microSDXC SDHC card 8GB to 256GB supported UHS type 3 recommended for best results use a recognized brand 8GB Micro SD 18 mins 1 minute x 18 recordings 16GB Micro SD 36 mins 1 minute x 36 recordings 32GB Micro SD 72 m...

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